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Bead Threading Needle

A bead threading needle is a specialized type of needle designed to facilitate the passage of thread through small holes in beads, gemstones, and other small objects used in jewelry making, beadwork, and various crafts.

Material

Bead threading needles are commonly constructed from the following materials:

• Steel: Stainless steel is prevalent due to its strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion. Blued steel is also used, offering a smoother surface that reduces friction.
• Nickel Silver: Provides a bright, silver-toned finish and good flexibility.
• Brass: Less common due to potential tarnishing, but can be used for specific applications.
• Plastic: Primarily used for children’s craft kits or temporary projects; less durable than metal options.

Purpose

The primary purpose is to enable the creation of beaded items, including:

• Jewelry: Necklaces, bracelets, earrings, anklets, rings.
• Embellishments: Adding beads to clothing, bags, and other textiles.
• Decorative items: Creating beaded ornaments, keychains, and home décor.
• Artistic projects: Bead weaving, stringing, and other beadwork techniques.

Function

The function relies on several key features:

• Long Eye: A significantly longer eye (the hole through which the thread passes) compared to standard sewing needles. This accommodates multiple thread strands and simplifies threading.
• Thin Shaft: A slender shaft allows the needle to pass easily through small bead holes without causing damage.
• Point Shape: Points vary depending on the intended bead material:
  • Sharp Point: For general beadwork with standard holes.
  • Rounded Point: For softer beads (e.g., seed beads) to prevent splitting.
  • Blunt Point: For plastic beads or when a very fine hole is present.
• Shaft Length: Needles come in varying lengths to accommodate different project sizes and bead types.

Usage Scenarios

• Seed Bead Weaving: Used extensively in techniques like Peyote stitch, Brick stitch, and Loom weaving. Very fine, long needles are preferred.
• Stringing Beads: For creating necklaces and bracelets where beads are strung onto a thread or cord.
• Bead Embroidery: Attaching beads to fabric surfaces.
• Kumihimo: A Japanese braiding technique that often incorporates beads.
• Repairing beaded items: Replacing broken threads or beads in existing jewelry.

Common Types

• English Bead Needles: Generally longer with a sharp point. Widely used for general beadwork.
• Japanese Bead Needles (Toho needles): Known for their exceptional fineness and quality, ideal for seed beads and intricate work.
• Beading Needles with Large Eyes: Designed for thicker threads or multiple strands.
• Curved Beading Needles: Facilitate working in tight spaces or creating specific shapes.
• Spiral Beading Needles: Used for bead spinning techniques.
• Threading Needles (often plastic): Used for larger beads and by beginners. These often have a loop instead of an eye.

Bead threading needles fall under articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel. Based on the provided information, the following HS codes are relevant:

• 7319.90.10.00: Sewing, darning or embroidery needles. This code covers needles specifically for sewing, darning, or embroidery, which can include fine needles used for beadwork.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 19: Sewing needles, knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included.
  • 90: Other.
  • 10: Sewing, darning or embroidery needles.

• 7319.90.90.00: Other. This is a broader category encompassing articles for use in the hand that aren't specifically classified elsewhere within the 7319 heading. Bead threading needles that don’t fall into the specific ‘sewing, darning or embroidery’ category would be included here.

  • 73: Articles of iron or steel.
  • 19: Sewing needles, knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel; safety pins and other pins of iron or steel, not elsewhere specified or included.
  • 90: Other.
  • 90: Other.

Regarding HS code 7319.90.10.00 and 7319.90.90.00, please note a tariff of 7.5% applies as a base rate, increasing to 30% after April 2, 2025. Additionally, a 25% additional tariff applies to steel and aluminum products. Therefore, the total tariff rate is 62.5% for 7319.90.10.00 and 65.4% for 7319.90.90.00.